Omnibenevolence
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If God is defined as being not only omnibenevolent but also [[omniscient]] and [[omnipotent]], then this is the foundation for the [[problem of evil]]. | If God is defined as being not only omnibenevolent but also [[omniscient]] and [[omnipotent]], then this is the foundation for the [[problem of evil]]. | ||
| − | Also, defining God as omnibenelovent contradicts the numerous Old Testament verses in which he orders genocide and murder. | + | Also, defining God as omnibenelovent contradicts the numerous Old Testament verses in which he orders genocide and murder as well as Isaiah 45:7 which has God saying "I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and '''create evil''': I the LORD do all these.". |
[[Category: Philosophical issues]] | [[Category: Philosophical issues]] | ||
[[Category: Religious mythology]] | [[Category: Religious mythology]] | ||
Revision as of 22:08, 2 August 2006
A word that means "all-good," this is usually applied to God. It is generally defined as "The quality of always choosing the most morally good option out of several different ones."
Problems with Omnibenevolence
If God is defined as being not only omnibenevolent but also omniscient and omnipotent, then this is the foundation for the problem of evil.
Also, defining God as omnibenelovent contradicts the numerous Old Testament verses in which he orders genocide and murder as well as Isaiah 45:7 which has God saying "I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these.".
